Production Supervisor - Youngstown

Summary: A Hynes Production Supervisor is the frontline manager responsible for coordinating the workflow of the production floor in a union environment. The Production Supervisor will be responsible for developing and maintaining efficient work methods while collaborating with employees to increase productivity while continuing to maintain a high level of quality and a strong safety record.

As a Plant Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing or production facility. Your role involves managing a team, ensuring production targets are met, maintaining quality standards, and promoting a safe and efficient working environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Includes the following :

- Responsible for executing the established production schedule utilizing union production employees.

- Maintain a working relationship with the Union by managing within the guidelines of the collective bargaining unit.

- Evaluate production employees and provide constructive feedback, coaching, and training.

- Consistently e-mail status updates and escalations as needed to the Hynes team that will drive actions from other departments.

- Review and approve timecards daily for all union employees.

- Complete Product Quality Audits using Smartsheet app.

- Review and Enter production data using Hynes MRP system (MISys)

- Complete FAIs as needed when Quality Technician is not available to ensure we are running quality products upon startup.

- Perform and document inventory cycle counts as needed using the Cycle Count Smartsheet.

- Monitor employee output using cloud-based reporting and analytics platform

- Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing the workforce in established policies and procedures.

- Communicate maintenance needs to Maintenance manager using CMMS

- Perform and document Plant Safety Audits.

- Perform a shift handoff with incoming supervisor to ensure a smooth transition from one shift to the next.

- Adhere to and enforce all Company Rules and Regulations.

- Other duties as assigned.

- Team Management:

Supervise and lead a team of production workers, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and adherence to production schedules.

- Production Planning:

Collaborate with production planners to establish daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on demand forecasts and resource availability.

- Quality Control:

Monitor and enforce quality control standards to ensure that products meet specifications. Implement corrective actions as needed to address quality issues.

- Process Optimization:

Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency gains. Implement changes to enhance overall plant performance.

- Health and Safety Compliance:

Enforce and promote adherence to safety protocols and guidelines. Conduct regular safety inspections and address potential hazards promptly.

- Equipment Maintenance:

Coordinate with maintenance teams to schedule and perform routine maintenance on plant equipment. Minimize downtime through effective maintenance planning.

- Inventory Management:

Oversee inventory levels, ensuring that raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods are appropriately managed to meet production requirements.

- Training and Development:

Provide training and development opportunities for plant personnel. Foster a culture of continuous learning and skill development.

- Communication:

Maintain clear and open communication channels with other departments, including logistics, procurement, and quality control, to ensure seamless operations.

- Performance Metrics:

Establish key performance indicators to measure plant performance.

- Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, industry standards, and environmental guidelines.

- Conflict Resolution:

Address interpersonal conflicts and employee concerns promptly and effectively. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements:

- Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, and health and safety regulations.

- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.

- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles is advantageous.

Education and/or Experience: Proven experience as Shift Supervisor. 3-7 years experience in leading and managing production workers.

Skills: Supervision, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Leadership, Computer Skill (excel, word), Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills, Time and Priority Management, Process Improvement,

Work Environment : Manufacturing and mill environment.

Hours of Work: Rotating Shifts

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